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Malaysia Country Code: +60
Use +60 to call Malaysia internationally. This page summarizes the dialing rules you’ll actually use: international prefix 00, trunk prefix 0, common formats (NSN length 8–10), major landline area codes, mobile prefixes (01x), and live local time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, UTC+8).
Malaysia local time (live)
Time zone: Asia/Kuala_Lumpur • UTC+8 • No DST
Capital: Kuala Lumpur • Currency: MYR • Language: Malay (English widely used)
Calling code
Use +60 for Malaysia (mobile, landline, services).
ISO 3166-1
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Internet TLD
Malaysia country-code top-level domain.
Dialing basics
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Quick tip
If you see a Malaysian number like 03-1234 5678 or 012-345 6789, remove the leading 0 for international dialing: +60 3 1234 5678 / +60 12 345 6789.
Malaysia quick facts
Key identifiers for dialing, shipping forms, analytics, and documentation.
| Country | Malaysia |
| Capital | Kuala Lumpur |
| Calling code | +60 |
| International prefix | 00 |
| Trunk prefix | 0 (drop when calling from abroad) |
| ISO codes | MY (alpha-2), MYS (alpha-3), 458 (numeric) |
| Internet TLD | .my |
| Time zone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur (MYT, UTC+8) • No DST |
| Common NSN length | 8 to 10 digits (varies by area/mobile prefix) |
How to call Malaysia
International calls follow: Exit code + 60 + national number (without the trunk 0).
Step-by-step
- Dial your international exit code (examples below).
- Dial 60 (Malaysia country code).
- Dial the national number without the leading 0.
- For landlines, include the area code (e.g., 3 for KL/Selangor, or 82 for Kuching).
Common exit codes
| From | Exit code |
|---|---|
| United States / Canada | 011 |
| United Kingdom | 00 |
| EU (most countries) | 00 |
| Australia | 0011 |
| India | 00 |
Build a dialing string
Choose where you’re calling from, then paste a Malaysia number (03-…, 012-…, etc.). Spaces and symbols are OK.
Phone number formats in Malaysia
Malaysia uses an open numbering plan. Landlines use area codes (1–2 digits excluding the trunk 0) plus a subscriber number. Mobile numbers use a mobile code (typically 1x) plus a 7–8 digit subscriber number.
Common international examples
| Type | Domestic format | International format |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur / Selangor landline | 03-1234 5678 | +60 3 1234 5678 |
| Penang landline | 04-2xx xxxx | +60 4 2xx xxxx |
| Kuching landline (Sarawak) | 082-2x xxxx | +60 82 2x xxxx |
| Mobile (common) | 012-345 6789 | +60 12 345 6789 |
| Mobile (011 / longer range) | 011-1234 5678 | +60 11 1234 5678 |
Note: Exact allocations can evolve. For compliance or large-scale routing, confirm ranges with official numbering-plan publications.
From Malaysia to other countries
Use Malaysia’s international prefix 00:
Major landline area codes in Malaysia
In Peninsular Malaysia, landline area codes are commonly one digit (after the trunk 0), while in East Malaysia (Sabah/Sarawak), area codes are often two digits (8x). Always drop the leading 0 internationally.
| Region / City (common) | Domestic prefix | International example | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur / Selangor / Putrajaya | 03 | +60 3 xxxx xxxx | Area code 3 commonly uses 8-digit subscriber numbers (10 digits domestically including 0). |
| Penang / Kedah / Perlis | 04 | +60 4 xxx xxxx | Typical domestic format: 04-2xx xxxx. |
| Perak | 05 | +60 5 xxx xxxx | Peninsular one-digit area code after dropping trunk 0. |
| Negeri Sembilan / Melaka | 06 | +60 6 xxx xxxx | Often used for these states (check local listings for exact routing). |
| Johor (e.g., Johor Bahru) | 07 | +60 7 xxx xxxx | Typical domestic format: 07-2xx xxxx. |
| Pahang / Terengganu / Kelantan | 09 | +60 9 xxx xxxx | Peninsular one-digit area code after dropping trunk 0. |
| Kuching (Sarawak) | 082 | +60 82 xx xxxx | East Malaysia often uses two-digit 8x area codes (after dropping trunk 0). |
| Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) | 088 | +60 88 xxx xxx | Sabah area codes are commonly 087–089. |
Mobile prefixes in Malaysia (01x)
Malaysian mobile numbers are commonly written as 01x-xxx xxxx or 011-xxxx xxxx. With mobile number portability, the prefix doesn’t reliably indicate the operator, but the dialing format stays the same.
Quick rules
- Domestic: starts with 0 (e.g., 012-345 6789)
- International: drop the 0 (e.g., +60 12 345 6789)
- 011 and some newer ranges can be longer (e.g., 011-1234 5678 → +60 11 1234 5678)
Special service numbers
Malaysia also uses non-geographic and special numbers (for example, business service lines). These may have different lengths and dialing rules than standard landline/mobile numbers.
If a number does not look like 0x-… or 01x-…, treat it as a special/service range and follow the provider’s dialing instructions.
Malaysia time zone
Malaysia uses UTC+8 (Malaysia Time, MYT). A common IANA time zone identifier is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Scheduling hint
For business calls, a practical window is often 10:00–17:00 Malaysia time. Use a time-difference tool to avoid calling too early or late.
Validate a +60 number (quick check)
This quick check normalizes a number by removing +60 / 0060 and dropping a single leading 0. It then checks common Malaysia patterns (landline area codes and 01x mobile).
FAQs
What is the country calling code for Malaysia?
Malaysia’s country calling code is +60.
What is the international prefix when calling out from Malaysia?
Use 00 + destination country code + number.
Do I remove the leading 0 when calling Malaysia internationally?
Yes. Drop the trunk prefix 0 and dial +60 + area/mobile code + subscriber number.
How long are Malaysian phone numbers?
Malaysia NSN length is commonly 8–10 digits, depending on the prefix and service type.
What time zone is Malaysia in?
Malaysia uses UTC+8 (MYT). A common IANA time zone identifier is Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, and there’s no DST.
How should I store Malaysia numbers in my contacts?
Store as +60 plus the national number without the leading 0 (E.164 format).
Sources & references
Helpful references for numbering and time zone details.
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